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INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN SCHOOLS
This document gives NUT guidance for members on the subject of infectious
diseases in schools. It does not seek to provide detailed information about
different infectious diseases but looks instead at general principles about how to
manage cases of infectious illness, such as the principles governing children’s
attendance and exclusion periods, and identifies the best sources of advice on
individual cases.
When should children be absent from school?
The basic principle advocated by Public Health England (PHE) in guidance on this area, is
that children who are unwell with an infectious disease should not be at school or nursery.
When the risk of infection to others has passed and the children have recovered, they should
return to school whether or not vestiges of the disease are visible. It is important that parents
and school staff understand this principle in order that children do not return before they
should do. It is also important that school staff know where they can find information and
obtain advice about such matters as exclusion periods. The full PHE guidance “Infection
Control
in
Schools
and
other
Childcare
Settings”,
is
available
at:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/353953/Guidan
ce_on_infection_control_in_schools_11_Sept.pdf.
Many local authorities have published guidelines for their schools, often in co-operation with
the health authorities, on dealing with cases of infectious disease. Such guidelines may
include information on steps to be taken when children appear to be suffering from infectious
disease, exclusion periods for particular conditions and requirements for notifying the local
authority about cases of “notifiable diseases” or outbreaks of other diseases. Where such
local authority guidelines exist, they should in all cases be followed. The following sections
outline the NUT’s guidance on these and other areas.
The situation is of course very different in hospital schools. Teachers who work in hospital
schools should be given full guidance on working with pupils who have infectious diseases or
other medical conditions. Teachers who are employed as home tutors should also be given
appropriate guidance in any case where they are expected to visit pupils who are at home due
to medical reasons.
What if you suspect a child is suffering from an infectious disease?
Children who attend school whilst suffering the early stages of infectious diseases can rapidly
spread them among their fellow pupils. Clear directions should, therefore, be given to
teachers and support staff in order that they know what to do when they suspect that a child is
suffering some form of infectious disease.
The PHE guidance emphasises that diagnosis should only be undertaken by an appropriately
qualified health professional. Teachers should, therefore, immediately notify the head teacher
of their concerns. The head teacher should then make arrangements, in accordance with any
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local authority guidelines, for the child to be examined by a health professional. This may
involve temporary exclusion of the child and, in some circumstances, of close contacts as well.
In such circumstances parents should, of course, be fully consulted and involved wherever
practicable.
What about exclusion periods?
As noted above, the PHE guidance advises that children should not attend school until after
they have recovered and until the risk of infection to others has passed. The PHE guidance
includes specific advice for schools on exclusion periods for individual infectious diseases and
sets out recommendations on the length of time for which children suffering from particular
infections should be kept away from school, once they are well again, to ensure that the risk of
transmitting the illness to other pupils and adults has passed. It also includes information on
other relevant matters such as hygiene control and immunisations.
The text of the PHE guidance is appended in full to this briefing. It is also available on the
internet at:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/353953/Guidan
ce_on_infection_control_in_schools_11_Sept.pdf.
Links to further guidance on specific infectious diseases are available on the PHE website, at:
https://www.gov.uk/health-protection/infectious-diseases.
Where can schools get individual advice about management of illness?
Schools should seek advice either from the school nurse or doctor or from the local authority’s
Consultant in Communicable Disease Control (CCDC).
The Consultant in Communicable Disease Control must be contacted whenever there are any
cases of “notifiable diseases” in the school among either pupils or staff. The CCDC should
also be contacted if there appears to be an unusual number of cases of an infectious disease
in a school or nursery. The CCDC’s advice should be sought urgently if a food handler in the
school is suffering from diarrhoea or vomiting. The full list of ‘notifiable’ diseases is contained
in Appendix 2 of this briefing, and can also be accessed at: https://www.gov.uk/notifiablediseases-and-causative-organisms-how-to-report.
What about outbreaks of infectious diseases?
During outbreaks of infectious diseases, in particular serious conditions such as Meningitis, it
is important that parents, pupils and staff are fully and regularly informed. It is sensible for
schools to hold information on infectious diseases and on steps which may need to be taken if
there are cases at the school. In the same way that all schools have a named individual to
deal with accidents and injuries, it is also sensible for each school to have a named person
who will co-ordinate the school’s response to this type of issue.
How can schools prevent the spread of infectious diseases?
The spread of some infectious diseases in schools, particularly diarrhoea and vomiting
illnesses, including Dysentery and Hepatitis A, can be controlled through good hygiene
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procedures. Many local authorities give detailed guidance on hygiene control procedures and
these should always be followed in every case.
These procedures include effective hand-washing with warm, running water and soap, after
using the toilet and before eating. Paper towels or hand-dryers are best for drying hands.
Spillages of body fluids e.g. blood, faeces, saliva or vomit, should be cleaned up immediately.
Disposable gloves should always be worn. Surfaces on which body fluids have been spilled
should be disinfected with household bleach, diluted one part bleach to ten parts water. The
NUT is aware that some local authorities have banned the use of bleach. In such cases the
alternative recommended by the local authority should be used. Whatever cleaning fluid is
used must be stored securely, away from the reach of children. Secure disposal procedures
must also be followed. All of the above should be the responsibility of support staff and
teachers cannot be required to be involved in these matters.
Particular care needs to be taken to avoid transmission of infectious diseases to children from
animals which are kept in schools or which are encountered during farm visits. The DfE and
most local authorities produce detailed guidance on hygiene procedures in these areas which
again should always be followed in every case.
How can teachers protect themselves against infection from pupils?
The most important measure is to ensure that children who are infectious are excluded as
advised above. In the case of diarrhoea or vomiting, the hygiene measures described above
are also essential. In other cases immunisation may be necessary. Due to the resurgence of
TB in certain parts of the country, teachers may wish to consult their GP to discuss whether
they are sufficiently protected against this disease. Teachers who work with children who are
in high risk groups for Hepatitis B may also wish to discuss with their GP whether
immunisation would be appropriate.
What if teachers themselves become ill with an infectious disease?
Teachers who become ill with an infectious disease should remain absent until they recover
and no longer pose a risk of infection to others. In rare instances medical suspension may be
necessary. Guidance on this and on the provisions of the teachers’ sick pay scheme is
available
from
NUT
regional/Wales
offices
and
on
the
NUT
website
(http://www.teachers.org.uk).
What about pregnant teachers?
During pregnancy, certain infectious diseases can pose dangers to unborn babies. Pregnant
teachers should contact their GP or ante-natal clinic if they are concerned about possible
exposure to an infectious disease at school. Women teachers who are considering becoming
pregnant should, of course, check with their GP that they have immunity to Rubella. Other
diseases of possible concern include Chickenpox and Slapped Cheek Disease (Parvovirus).
Information on precautions to be taken with regard to these diseases is contained in the
separate NUT briefing on “Women’s Health and Safety”, which is available at:
http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12572.
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Medication and Pupils
Some children who are otherwise well may need to complete a course of medication during
the school day. Detailed NUT guidance is available in the separate briefing on “Administration
of Medicines” which in turn refers to the detailed DfE guidance on this area, and is available
at: http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12538.
Administration of medication by teachers to
pupils is entirely voluntary and the NUT will support members in their exercise of their
professional judgement on this area.
Action Points for Safety Reps
Make sure that:

your school has a copy of the PHE guidance on infection control; and

your colleagues are aware of their responsibilities and rights in this area.
Further Guidance
Further NUT guidance on specific infectious diseases is available on the Health and Safety
section of the website, and via the following links:
Dysentery: http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12512
Hepatitis: http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12525
Meningitis: http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12539
Tuberculosis: http://www.teachers.org.uk/node/12566
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Appendix 1: Full Wording of PHE document: ‘Guidance on infection control in schools
and other childcare settings’.
1. Introduction
The document provides guidance for schools and other childcare settings, such as nurseries,
on infection control issues.
It is an updated version of guidance that was produced in 2010.
Prevent the spread of infections by ensuring:
 routine immunisation
 high standards of personal hygiene and practice, particularly hand washing
 maintaining a clean environment
For further information and advice visit www.gov.uk/phe or contact your local health PHE
centre. See Appendix 1 for contact details.
2. Rashes and skin infections
Children with rashes should be considered infectious and assessed by their doctor.
Infection or
complaint
Athlete’s foot
Chickenpox
Recommended period
to be kept away from
school, nursery or
child-minders
None
Until all vesicles have
crusted over
None
Cold sores,
(Herpes simplex)
German measles Four days from onset of
(rubella)*
rash (as per “Green
Book”)
Hand, foot and
None
mouth
Impetigo
Measles*
Molluscum
contagiosum
Ringworm
Roseola
(infantum)
Scabies
Until lesions are crusted
and healed, or 48 hours
after starting antibiotic
treatment
Four days from onset of
rash
None
Exclusion not usually
required
None
Comments
Athlete’s foot is not a serious condition.
Treatment is recommended
See: Vulnerable Children and Female Staff –
Pregnancy
Avoid kissing and contact with the sores. Cold
sores are generally mild and self-limiting
Preventable by immunisation (MMR x2 doses).
See: Female Staff – Pregnancy
Contact your local HPT if a large number of
children are affected. Exclusion may be
considered in some circumstances
Antibiotic treatment speeds healing and
reduces the infectious period
Preventable by vaccination (MMR x2). See:
Vulnerable Children and Female Staff –
Pregnancy
A self-limiting condition
Treatment is required
None
Child can return after first Household and close contacts require
treatment
treatment
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Scarlet fever*
Slapped
cheek/fifth
disease.
Parvovirus B19
Shingles
Warts and
verrucae
Child can return 24 hours
after starting appropriate
antibiotic treatment
None (once rash has
developed)
Antibiotic treatment is recommended for the
affected child
Exclude only if rash is
weeping and cannot be
covered
Can cause chickenpox in those who are not
immune, ie have not had chickenpox. It is
spread by very close contact and touch. If
further information is required, contact your
local PHE centre. See: Vulnerable Children
and Female Staff – Pregnancy
Verrucae should be covered in swimming
pools, gymnasiums and changing rooms
None
See: Vulnerable Children and Female Staff –
Pregnancy
3. Diarrhoea and vomiting illness
Infection or
complaint
Diarrhoea and/or
vomiting
E. coli O157 VTEC
Typhoid* [and
paratyphoid*] (enteric
fever) Shigella
(dysentery)
Cryptosporidiosis
Recommended period to
be kept away from school,
nursery or child-minders
48 hours from last episode
of diarrhoea or vomiting
Should be excluded for 48
hours from the last episode
of diarrhoea. Further
exclusion may be required
for some children until they
are no longer excreting
Exclude for 48 hours from
the last episode of
diarrhoea
Comments
Further exclusion is required for
children aged five years or younger
and those who have difficulty in
adhering to hygiene practices.
Children in these categories should
be excluded until there is evidence
of microbiological clearance. This
guidance may also apply to some
contacts who may also require
microbiological clearance. Please
consult your local PHE centre for
further advice
Exclusion from swimming is
advisable for two weeks after the
diarrhoea has settled
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4. Respiratory infections
Infection or
complaint
Flu (influenza)
Tuberculosis*
Whooping
cough*
(pertussis)
Recommended period to be
kept away from school,
nursery or child-minders
Until recovered
Comments
Always consult your local PHE
centre
Five days from starting
antibiotic treatment, or 21 days
from onset of illness if no
antibiotic treatment
Requires prolonged close contact for
spread
Preventable by vaccination. After
treatment, non-infectious coughing may
continue for many weeks. Your local
PHE centre will organise any contact
tracing necessary
See: Vulnerable Children
5. Other infections
Infection or
complaint
Conjunctivitis
Recommended period
to be kept away from
school, nursery or
child minders
None
Diphtheria *
Exclusion is essential.
Always consult with
your local HPT
Glandular fever
None
Head lice
None
Hepatitis A*
Exclude until seven
days after onset of
jaundice (or seven days
after symptom onset if
no jaundice)
None
Hepatitis B*, C*,
HIV/AIDS
Meningococcal
meningitis*/
septicaemia*
Until recovered
Comments
If an outbreak/cluster occurs, consult
your local PHE centre
Family contacts must be excluded until
cleared to return by your local PHE
centre. Preventable by vaccination. Your
local PHE centre will organise any
contact tracing necessary
Treatment is recommended only in
cases where live lice have been seen
In an outbreak of hepatitis A, your local
PHE centre will advise on control
measures
Hepatitis B and C and HIV are
bloodborne viruses that are not
infectious through casual contact. For
cleaning of body fluid spills see: Good
Hygiene Practice
Meningitis C is preventable by
vaccination
There is no reason to exclude siblings or
other close contacts of a case. In case
of an outbreak, it may be necessary to
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Meningitis* due
to other bacteria
Until recovered
Meningitis viral*
None
MRSA
None
Mumps*
Threadworms
Exclude child for five
days after onset of
swelling
None
Tonsillitis
None
provide antibiotics with or without
meningococcal vaccination to close
school contacts. Your local PHE centre
will advise on any action is needed
Hib and pneumococcal meningitis are
preventable by vaccination. There is no
reason to exclude siblings or other close
contacts of a case. Your local PHE
centre will give advice on any action
needed
Milder illness. There is no reason to
exclude siblings and other close
contacts of a case. Contact tracing is not
required
Good hygiene, in particular hand
washing and environmental cleaning,
are important to minimise any danger of
spread. If further information is required,
contact your local PHE centre
Preventable by vaccination (MMR x2
doses)
Treatment is recommended for the child
and household contacts
There are many causes, but most cases
are due to viruses and do not need an
antibiotic
* denotes a notifiable disease. It is a statutory requirement that doctors report a notifiable
disease to the proper officer of the local authority (usually a consultant in communicable
disease control). In addition, organisations may be required via locally agreed arrangements
to inform their local PHE centre. Regulating bodies (for example, Office for Standards in
Education (OFSTED)/Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI)) may wish to be informed
– please refer to local policy.
Outbreaks: if an outbreak of infectious disease is suspected, please contact your local PHE
centre.
6. Good hygiene practice
Hand washing
Hand washing is one of the most important ways of controlling the spread of infections,
especially those that cause diarrhoea and vomiting, and respiratory disease. The
recommended method is the use of liquid soap, warm water and paper towels. Always wash
hands after using the toilet, before eating or handling food, and after handling animals. Cover
all cuts and abrasions with waterproof dressings.
Coughing and sneezing
Coughing and sneezing easily spread infections. Children and adults should be encouraged to
cover their mouth and nose with a tissue. Wash hands after using or disposing of tissues.
Spitting should be discouraged.
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Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Disposable non-powdered vinyl or latex-free CE-marked gloves and disposable plastic aprons
must be worn where there is a risk of splashing or contamination with blood/body fluids (for
example, nappy or pad changing). Goggles should also be available for use if there is a risk of
splashing to the face. Correct PPE should be used when handling cleaning chemicals.
Cleaning of the environment
Cleaning of the environment, including toys and equipment, should be frequent, thorough and
follow national guidance. For example, use colour-coded equipment, COSHH and correct
decontamination of cleaning equipment. Monitor cleaning contracts and ensure cleaners are
appropriately trained with access to PPE.
Cleaning of blood and body fluid spillages
All spillages of blood, faeces, saliva, vomit, nasal and eye discharges should be cleaned up
immediately (always wear PPE). When spillages occur, clean using a product that combines
both a detergent and a disinfectant. Use as per manufacturer’s instructions and ensure it is
effective against bacteria and viruses and suitable for use on the affected surface. Never use
mops for cleaning up blood and body fluid spillages – use disposable paper towels and
discard clinical waste as described below. A spillage kit should be available for blood spills.
Guidance on infection control in schools and other childcare settings
Laundry
Laundry should be dealt with in a separate dedicated facility. Soiled linen should be washed
separately at the hottest wash the fabric will tolerate. Wear PPE when handling soiled linen.
Children’s soiled clothing should be bagged to go home, never rinsed by hand.
Clinical waste
Always segregate domestic and clinical waste, in accordance with local policy. Used
nappies/pads, gloves, aprons and soiled dressings should be stored in correct clinical waste
bags in foot-operated bins. All clinical waste must be removed by a registered waste
contractor. All clinical waste bags should be less than two-thirds full and stored in a dedicated,
secure area while awaiting collection.
Sharps disposal
Sharps should be discarded straight into a sharps bin conforming to BS 7320 and UN 3291
standards. Sharps bins must be kept off the floor (preferably wall-mounted) and out of reach of
children.
Sharps injuries and bites
If skin is broken, encourage the wound to bleed/ wash thoroughly using soap and water.
Contact GP or occupational health or go to A&E immediately. Ensure local policy is in place
for staff to follow. Contact your local HPT for advice, if unsure.
Animals
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Animals may carry infections, so hands must be washed after handling any animals. Health
and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines for protecting the health and safety of children should
be followed.
Animals in school (permanent or visiting)
Ensure animals’ living quarters are kept clean and away from food areas. Waste should be
disposed of regularly, and litter boxes not accessible to children. Children should not play with
animals unsupervised. Veterinary advice should be sought on animal welfare and animal
health issues and the suitability of the animal as a pet. Reptiles are not suitable as pets in
schools and nurseries, as all species carry salmonella.
Visits to farms
Please contact your local environmental health department, which will provide you with help
and advice when you are planning a visit to a farm or similar establishment. For more
information see http://www.face-online.org.uk/resources/preventing-or-controlling-ill-healthfrom-animal-contact-at-visitor-attractions-industry-code-of-practice
Vulnerable children
Some medical conditions make children vulnerable to infections that would rarely be serious in
most children; these include those being treated for leukaemia or other cancers, on high
doses of steroids and with conditions that seriously reduce immunity. Schools and nurseries
and child-minders will normally have been made aware of such children. These children are
particularly vulnerable to chickenpox, measles or parvovirus B19 and, if exposed to either of
these, the parent/carer should be informed promptly and further medical advice sought. It may
be advisable for these children to have additional immunisations, for example pneumococcal
and influenza.
Female staff – pregnancy
If a pregnant woman develops a rash or is in direct contact with someone with a potentially
infectious rash, this should be investigated according to PHE guidelines by a doctor. The
greatest risk to pregnant women from such infections comes from their own child/children,
rather than the workplace. Some specific risks are:

chickenpox can affect the pregnancy if a woman has not already had the infection.
Report exposure to midwife and GP at any stage of exposure. The GP and antenatal
carer will arrange a blood test to check for immunity. Shingles is caused by the same
virus as chickenpox, so anyone who has not had chickenpox is potentially vulnerable to
the infection if they have close contact with a case of shingles

German measles (rubella). If a pregnant woman comes into contact with german
measles she should inform her GP and antenatal carer immediately to ensure
investigation. The infection may affect the developing baby if the woman is not immune
and is exposed in early pregnancy

slapped cheek disease (parvovirus B19) can occasionally affect an unborn child. If
exposed early in pregnancy (before 20 weeks), inform whoever is giving antenatal care
as this must be investigated promptly

measles during pregnancy can result in early delivery or even loss of the baby. If a
pregnant woman is exposed she should immediately inform whoever is giving
antenatal care to ensure investigation.
This advice also applies to pregnant students.
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7. Immunisations
Immunisation status should always be checked at school entry and at the time of any
vaccination. Parents should be encouraged to have their child immunised and any
immunisation missed or further catch-up doses organised through the child’s GP. For the most
up-to-date immunisation advice see the NHS Choices website at www.nhs.uk or the school
health service can advise on the latest national immunisation schedule.
Immunisation schedule
Two months old
Three months old
Four months old
Between 12-13 months
old
Two, three and four
years old
Three years and four
months old or soon after
Girls aged 12 to 13 years
Around 14 years old
Meningococcal C (Men
C)
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio
and Hib (DTaP/IPV/Hib)
Pneumococcal (PCV13)
Rotavirus vaccine
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio
and Hib (DTaP/IPV/Hib)
Meningitis C (Men C)
Rotavirus vaccine
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio
and Hib (DTaP/IPV/Hib)
Pneumococcal (PCV13)
Hib/meningitis C
Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR)
Pneumococcal (PCV13)
Influenza (from September)
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio
(DTaP/IPV or dTaP/IPV)
Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR)
Cervical cancer caused by human
papilloma virus types 16 and 18. HPV
vaccine
Tetanus, diphtheria, and polio
(Td/IPV)
One injection
One injection
One injection
Given orally
One injection
One injection
Given orally
One injection
One injection
One injection
One injection
One injection
Nasal spray
or one injection
One injection
One injection
Two injections
given 6-24 months
apart
One injection
This is the complete routine immunisation schedule. Children who present with certain risk
factors may require additional immunisations. Some areas have local policies – check with
your local PHE centre.
Staff immunisations – all staff should undergo a full occupational health check before starting
employment; this includes ensuring they are up to date with immunisations, including MMR.
PHE centre contact details
North of England
Cheshire and Merseyside PHE Centre
5th Floor Rail House Lord Nelson Street Liverpool L1 1JF
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Tel: 0344 225 1295
Cumbria and Lancashire PHE Centre
1st Floor, York House Ackhurst Business Park Foxhole Road Chorley PR7 1NY
Tel: 0344 225 0602
Greater Manchester PHE Centre
5th Floor 3 Piccadilly Place London Road Manchester M1 3BN
Tel: 0344 225 0562
North East PHE Centre
Floor 2 Citygate Gallowgate Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE1 4WH
Tel: 0300 303 8596
Yorkshire and the Humber PHE Centre
Blenheim House
West One
Duncombe Street
Leeds LS1 4PL
Tel: 0113 386 0300
Midlands and East of England
Anglia and Essex PHE Centre
Eastbrook Shaftesbury Road Cambridge CB2 8DF
Tel: 0303 444 6690
East Midlands PHE Centre
Institute of Population Health Nottingham City Hospital Hucknall Road Nottingham NG5 1QP
Tel: 0344 225 4524
South Midlands and Hertfordshire PHE Centre
Beacon House Dunhams Lane Letchworth Garden City Herts SG6 1BE
Tel: 0300 303 8537
West Midlands PHE Centre
6th Floor 5 St Philip's Place Birmingham B3 2PW
Tel: 0344 225 3560
South of England
Avon, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire PHE Centre
2 Rivergate Temple Quay Bristol BS1 6EH
Tel: 0300 303 8162
Devon, Cornwall and Somerset PHE Centre
Richmond Court Emperor Way Exeter Business Park Exeter Devon EX1 3QS
Tel: 0344 225 3557
Kent, Surrey and Sussex PHE Centre
County Hall North Chart Way Horsham West Sussex RH12 1XA
Tel: 0844 225 3861
Thames Valley PHE Centre
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Chilton Oxfordshire OX11 0RQ
Tel: 0345 279 9879
Wessex PHE Centre
Unit 8, Fulcrum 2 Solent Way Fareham Hampshire PO15 7FN
Tel: 0345 055 2022
London
London integrated region and PHE Centre
151 Buckingham Palace Road London SW1W 9SZ
Tel: 020 7811 7000/7001
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Appendix 2: List of notifiable diseases, as per the Health Protection (Notification)
Regulations, 2010
Diseases notifiable to local authority proper officers under the Health Protection (Notification)
Regulations 2010:
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Acute encephalitis
Acute infectious hepatitis
Acute meningitis
Acute poliomyelitis
Anthrax
Botulism
Brucellosis
Cholera
Diphtheria
Enteric fever (typhoid or paratyphoid fever)
Food poisoning
Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)
Infectious bloody diarrhoea
Invasive group A streptococcal disease
Legionnaires’ disease
Leprosy
Malaria
Measles
Meningococcal septicaemia
Mumps
Plague
Rabies
Rubella
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
Scarlet fever
Smallpox
Tetanus
Tuberculosis
Typhus
Viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF)
Whooping cough
Yellow fever
Report other diseases that may present significant risk to human health under the category
‘other significant disease’.
For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/notifiable-diseases-and-causativeorganisms-how-to-report.
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